Our client is a Minnesota company who manufactures and markets many branded consumer products. Their history dates back to the mid 1800's.

Do you have a passion for the creation of food and the packaging of food?

Our client has an opportunity on the 2^nd shift for Machine Operator / Food Lab Technicians. In this role the Technician will be involved in basic equipment set up for - sanitation and running equipment for trials.

• Safely operate equipment
• Perform risk assessments
• Perform basic analytical tests; troubleshooting as needed
• Equipment sanitation and basic equipment set up activities

Salary: $21/ hr (6-month contract)

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 2^nd shift (2pm 10pm), OT as needed (Training on 1^st shift)

Benefits: Health Insurance (Medical / Dental / Vision)

Location: "onsite" Minneapolis, MN 55427

Qualifications

• High School Degree Required!
• 3-5 years of directly relatable experience and / or 2-Year Degree -Preferred!
• Comfortable working in a food processing plant / environment
• Comfortable operating equipment / machine operator experience
• Previous experience in a food processing, laboratory, foodservice environment
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule for Training and Production needs (training is on first shift, then transitions to assigned shift)
• Ability to work OT as needed before and after your shift (approx. 4 hours)
• Ability to work weekends as needed
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Collaborative Team Player
• Basic computer/technology skills (MSOffice Products, etc)
• Skills to be successful - Self-Starter, Critical Thinker, Problem-Solving, Communication, Conflict Resolution, and Relationship building skills
• Basic understanding of food safety and human safety
• Ability to lift and transport ingredients or equipment up to 55lbs
• Ability to work in hot/ warm climate conditions
• Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer
• The position is subject to passing a background check and drug screen

**This position involves potential exposure to common allergens including but not limited to milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame.**

Keywords: food science, laboratory, machine operator, pilot plant, manufacturing, analytical testing, food processing, food manufacturing, food plant, food service

"By applying to this position, you are confirming that you understand the requirements needed for this position, and further confirm that you possess the necessary skills and requirements, as outlined above".